Uniting Community, Igniting Change
We want to make Manor Gardens safer, cleaner and a better environment for all residents!
VOTE COUNT
Updated 11 NOV: 7:36AM
Full Title & Sectional Title Residential
Business Properties
TIME REMAINING TO VOTE:
An Urban Improvement Precinct is a way for residents to manage improvements and service delivery in their own area.
Within cities, urban decay can threaten the quality of life of residents and their confidence in the area which in turn affects property values. Examples of such decay include:
Crime and grime
Poor service in public areas
Poorly maintained infrastructure
Lack of social cohesion and interest in public spaces
All of the above factors are linked and, although safety and security is the number one priority of UIPs, it cannot be effectively addressed without addressing the whole. International research shows that areas that adopt a UIP approach to the management of public spaces in partnership with the municipality results in property values out performing areas without a UIP.
It is important to note that the services that an area will receive from the municipality is not linked to the amount of rates they may contribute to the city. The level of services from the Municipality is a set level of service. A UIP is able to fill that gap in order to ensure a higher level of service to public areas and at the same time it is able to hold the Municipality to account on service delivery more effectively than by individuals.
SAFETY
Improve safety and quality of life for the benefit of all
COMMUNITY
Retain existing community cohesiveness
PROPERTY VALUE
Create an environment which supports the growth of property values
ENVIRONMENT
Respond to the challenge of environmental sustainability
SERVICE DELIVERY
Partner with the Ethekwini Municipality and hold it accountable for prescribed services and enforcement of by-laws
The Urban Improved Precinct (UIP) is based on the Municipal Property Rates Act of 2004 which allows for the establishment of a Special Rating Area (SRA) for a defined geographical area. The property owners have to agree to pay for special services in addition to the normal municipal services.
The Manor Gardens UIP in terms of the Act must set up a non-profit company with a board of non-remunerated directors. The board will be constituted by representatives of the property owners. The board needs to approve a Business Plan and annual budget to provide the selected additional services.
The UIP budget is funded by the property owners and is calculated on a pro-rata basis using the existing municipal values of each property in the selected area. The payment is levied on the municipal rates bill and collected by the Municipality on behalf of the UIP NPO.
The UIP budget is funded by the property owners and is calculated on a pro-rata basis using the existing municipal values of each property in the selected area. The payment is levied on the municipal rates bill and collected by the Municipality on behalf of the UIP NPO.
As a guide, the rates are calculated as follows:
| Municipal Value | Proposed UIP Budget | Monthly Contribution |
| R500 000 | R269 000 | R65.84 |
| R1 000 000 | R269 000 | R131.68 |
| R2 000 000 | R269 000 | R263.40 |
We are currently in the voting stage. We have until the end of September 2024 to get the required votes to make our application to the city. To do this we require:
66% +1 of Residential Ratepayers (Single, Multiple + Complexes) to vote YES.
AND
50% +1 of Businesses to vote in favour.
If you are the owner of a property in the defined area you can vote in favour of the UIP to help get it established. Voting opens in September 2024.
You can also join the street team to help champion the effort to get votes in your street.
Students in the area can also join our student committee to help advise the steering committee on how best to serve the student community.
We are applying for a mixed SRA which includes residential and business properties in the area. Sectional titles and complexes will need consensus from their own governing bodies to vote in favour. Got any questions? You can chat to us about it.
Complexes:
Sectional Title Owners = Multiple Owners on one rateable property.
Formal voting will take place in a structured Body Corporate Meeting.
A meeting is required 50%+1 in support.
Each body corporate counts as one vote toward the overall tally.
You may have seen UIP signs up in other areas or on security guards patrolling promenades and streets. We’ve included a few with their websites so that you can see the improvements made over the years:
Nature & Environment
Safety & Security
Community
Manor Gardens is a quaint suburb located in Durban, South Africa
Manor Gardens is characterised by tree-lined streets and well-maintained gardens, creating a picturesque setting for residents. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life while still being conveniently close to amenities and attractions in Durban.
The suburb is also known for its community-oriented atmosphere, with residents often participating in neighbourhood events and initiatives. Additionally, Manor Gardens is within easy reach of UKZN’s Howard College Campus, parks, schools, shops, and restaurants, providing residents with everything they need for comfortable living.
